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Minnesota's AI nudification ban remains in effect after legal challenge from xAI
A federal judge has again denied Elon Musk's xAI’s attempt to block Minnesota's ban on AI-generated fake nude images.
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National firefighting crews pull out of Boundary Waters as conditions improve
Three remaining fires are close to containment. More wilderness areas are scheduled to reopen next week.
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Federal judge again rules against Musk’s xAI, allowing Minnesota ‘nudification’ ban to continue
A federal judge has again denied an attempt by Elon Musk’s xAI company to stop Minnesota from enforcing a statewide ban on technology used to “nudify” photos or videos. U.S. District Judge Donovan Frank denied xAI’s request for a preliminary injunction against the state, ruling F...
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Stolen vehicle pursuit leads to arrest of juveniles, smash-and-grab tools
A stolen car linked to a string of smash-and-grab cases in Minneapolis led to a police pursuit, a crash and four arrests early Friday morning.
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Elmo teething toy recalled over choking hazard
The new recall involves Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers which were sold in stores and online between January 2025 and March 2026, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission....
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Minnesota man with 9 convictions gets 20 years for ghost gun
A 36-year-old man was sentenced on Thursday to 20 years in prison for his ninth conviction after his DNA was found in a loaded ghost gun. Minnesota U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen announced Friday that Esau Sago was sentenced to 240 months in prison and five years of supervised releas...
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Minnesota gas prices drop below $4 a gallon for Labor Day weekend
As Minnesotans kick off the Labor Day weekend festivities, AAA says the average gallon of gas in the state has dipped below $4 per gallon. According to AAA, the average price in Minnesota as of Friday morning is $3.98 per gallon for regular gas and the diesel price now sits at $5...
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What happens next after mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder case?
After more than a week of deliberations, the jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial remained deadlocked, prompting a mistrial and leaving prosecutors to decide what comes next in the case involving the deaths of her three children....
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What we’ve learned so far about the victims of mass shooting at Minneapolis apartment tower
Two residents are among the dead, while police officers and workers at the facility were hurt. Others remain traumatized.
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Walmart berry recall expands over E. coli contamination risk
The new recall is an expansion of one issued in July with federal health officials saying the affected frozen berries were sold at Walmart stores in multiple states including Florida, Illinois, and Minnesota....
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Child squishy dumpling toys recalled over dangerous water beads, CPSC warns
Two squishy toy recalls warn of water beads that can expand if swallowed, posing potentially life-threatening risks to children.
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The biggest, handsomest stars of the State Fair are saying goodbye
Minnesota Zoo Clydesdales Frank and Ritchie have clip-clopped in the fair’s parade since 2018. Now they’re set to retire.
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ICE agent pleads not guilty to making false statements about Minneapolis shooting
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Christian Castro appeared in Texas federal court Friday, and pleaded not guilty to lying about a January shooting in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge, The Associated Press reports....
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Tennessee official says Flock CEO should be hanged 'publicly for treason’ as controversial cameras face revolt
A Tennessee county commissioner is going viral after he told a Flock Safety representative at a public meeting that the company's CEO should be hanged for treason, marking a fever-pitch surrounding personal privacy and open public hostility over the nationwide rollout of the cont...
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Hot and Humid Today in the Twin Cities.
Low Clouds will linger over the north Metro ( north of downtown Minneapolis and downtown St.Paul ) into the early afternoon before becoming Mostly Sunny after 2 p.m. The areas south of the downtown areas Today are already Sunny and will see the Hottest temperatures this afternoon...
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Hikers who used AI to plan trip had to be rescued, authorities say
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
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Banned Chinese air bag part blamed for death in survivable crash
Another death has been reported from faulty Chinese airbag parts that are now banned in the U.S.
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ICE agent pleads not guilty to lying about Minneapolis shooting
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Christian Castro pleaded not guilty on Friday to a federal charge accusing him of lying about a Minneapolis shooting. A bond hearing is scheduled for noon, according to ABC affiliate KRGV. As previously reported, the Department of Ju...
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Thousands of magnetic wireless power banks recalled over fire, burn hazards
About 32,400 XO Poppy Power Trip Magnetic Wireless Power Banks sold exclusively at TJX and Marshalls stores have been recalled because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite....
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Costco quietly pulls popular member perk seemingly without warning: 'Real bummer for the deals'
Costco members can no longer access this well-known perk that quietly disappeared from the retailer's website.
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Deadlocked jury in Lindsay Clancy trial starts deliberations on day 7 after a dispute over juror
The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial said he was going to declare a mistrial Friday before suddenly changing course and giving her defense attorney one hour to appeal....
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Lindsay Clancy judge plans to declare mistrial; grants defense 1 hour to appeal
Jurors told the judge Friday they are deadlocked on whether Lindsay Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children, leading to a hung jury. Without the jurors present in the courtroom, the judge said he intends to declare a mistrial but has given the defense an h...
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Minnesota diocese's insurance company to pay $30M in sexual abuse claims
The settlement is expected to involve the more than 145 victims of sexual abuse whose claims had been delayed by the diocese’s 2018 bankruptcy and other factors....
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WATCH: ‘Dead’ deer scares Texas deputy in viral video
Sometimes, even the bravest of us can get scared half to death.
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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire in December after transformative and tumultuous tenure
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is retiring at the end the year, bringing to a close her seven-plus years at the helm of the league and a stewardship that has been transformative and at times tumultuous. Engelbert is the second-longest tenured WNBA president or commissioner, an...
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RandBall: Watching Minnesota sports somehow got even more complicated this week. Here’s what it all means.
The Wild unveiled a new streaming model while the Lynx’s local partner collapsed. For fans, it’s the latest sign of a more fragmented, expensive and uncertain way to watch their teams....
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Lakefront home of Minnesota’s ‘Blue Ribbon Baker’ hits market for first time
Marjorie Johnson , who made everything in her Robbinsdale home, won thousands of State Fair ribbons and appeared on ‘The Tonight Show with Jay Leno’ more than 20 times....
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Hiring burst of 162,000 jobs in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation in the US
The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs. The unemployment rate stayed at a low 4.1%.
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New USDA rule could force thousands of convenience stores to stop accepting food stamps
Thousands of convenience stores in the U.S. could have to stop accepting food stamps unless the federal government delays a new rule requiring them to carry more fresh produce and protein....
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Live: Minnesota State Fair Day 9
It's day nine of the Minnesota State Fair. The fair runs through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7.
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The Latest: Lindsay Clancy defense has filed emergency appeal seeking to avoid mistrial
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Lindsay Clancy’s trial judge said he was going to declare a mistrial Friday before suddenly changing course and allowing an emergency defense appeal. Judge William Sullivan’s stunning move came after he announced in court that jurors on Friday sent a note f...
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The Latest: Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Lindsay Clancy’s trial judge declared a mistrial Friday after an emergency defense appeal was denied. Judge William Sullivan ended the trial after jurors on Friday sent a note for a third time saying they couldn’t unanimously decide whether to hold her crim...
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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Messy pet fixes
We love our pets like family, but the fleas, fur, and occasional run-in with a skunk, not so much. Consumer Reports reveals simple, DIY tips for tackling some of the messiest problems that come with our four-legged friends. Thanks to his trail cameras, Alex Joyce knew a skunk had...
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Minnesota weather: Heat advisory for Twin Cities as Friday turns hot and humid
Minnesota heats up Friday as sunshine, humidity and temperatures in the 80s and 90s make for a steamy afternoon.
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Ken Barlow says an Alert Day has been issued by Minnesota’s Weather Authority
Good FRIDAY —NINTH Day of the Fair–morning! *MINNESOTA’S WEATHER AUTHORITY HAS ISSUED AN ALERT FOR TODAY—DUE TO HEAT AND HUMIDITY* *HEAT ADVISORY UNTIL 6PM ACROSS METRO COUNTIES ONLY* Later today, the sun will be strong, and the humidity will be high with rising air temperatures ...
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Years of threats preceded deadly Minneapolis shooting
Minneapolis shooting suspect Carlton Johnson II was flagged for gun-threat charges, red flag order weeks before rampage.
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Lisa Demuth walks a Trump tightrope in the race for Minnesota governor
Demuth can’t alienate her Trump-supporting base, but she needs to convert independents who don’t like the president in order to win in November.
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Kenny Nelson wants to add high-end carts to his legacy of snacks, pet food and licorice
The northern Minnesota serial entrepreneur started ULV, which he hopes will add luxury to the golf cart market.